How do you use a shampoo bar? Get the best results with these tips

Shampoo is becoming an increasingly popular part of natural hair care. But how do you use a natural shampoo bar ? We explain exactly why, and how to use a shampoo bar.

Using shampoo bar: explained step by step

If you have enthusiastically brought a shampoo bar into your bathroom, then of course you would like to know how to use a shampoo bar. This is really not rocket science. Washing your hair with a shampoo bar is very simple! Watch.

 

Further on we explain what is important to know when washing your hair with a shampoo bar. Below are the steps for optimal results.

1. Choose a shampoo bar that suits your hair type

The first step is choosing the shampoo bar. Just like the liquid version, shampoo bars are available for all hair types. Whether you are looking for a shampoo bar for oily hair or dry hair. Is your hair blonde, brown, or red? There is a suitable shampoo bar for every hair type or hair problem. Are you looking for more volume, for example? Then be sure to try our natural beer shampoo. Organic ingredients such as oats and protein are a huge booster for fine and lifeless hair.

Do you find it difficult to make a choice? Read also: How do you choose the right shampoo bar?

2. Wet your hair

First, wet your hair thoroughly. Squeeze out the excess water before applying the shampoo. The shampoo bars from Flow Cosmetics are also suitable for use with scalp problems. Do you suffer from this? Then be sure not to wash your hair with water that is too hot. This can dry out your scalp unnecessarily. Also discover a natural hair rinse. This product addresses various scalp problems and conditions, such as an itchy scalp , dryness, dandruff, and flakes.

3. Rub the shampoo bar over your hair

Then also wet the shampoo bar. You produce foam when you lightly rub it over your hair. You can also make the foam in your hands first and then distribute it over your hair. Start at the scalp and lightly massage the shampoo. Then work to the lengths. If you don't get enough foam, rinse your hair first and repeat the soaping. Finally, use warm water to cleanse your hair well and then rinse out the shampoo.

PS: Curly hair and a shampoo bar? Yes! Also read: best natural products for curly hair.

4. Take care of your hair

In principle, a shampoo bar provides all the nutrients your hair needs. Because our soap shampoo also nourishes your scalp, your hair automatically regains its natural shine and resilience. Do you need extra care? Then choose a natural conditioner in soap form. 

5. Store shampoo bar

Hair washed and cared for, check! Then finally, the last question: how do you store a shampoo bar? After all, you naturally want it to last as long as possible. For this, it is best to use a special shampoo bar dish. This allows the shampoo bar to dry gradually between washes. It prevents the soap from melting due to remaining too wet. You can order a soap dish along with your shampoo bar from our webshop and optionally use it for your natural conditioner as well. Our bamboo soap dish is, of course, produced in the most sustainable way, as you would expect from all our products.

You should know this about washing your hair with a shampoo bar

A shampoo bar is a perfect example of an eco-friendly shampoo . This is primarily due to its compact size, which saves on transport. But also to the conspicuous absence of a plastic bottle. And when you choose a shampoo bar from Flow Cosmetics, you are also assured of the best organic ingredients. Furthermore, it is a shampoo free of sulfates and parabens. By doing so, you protect not only your scalp and precious hair, but also the environment. A shampoo bar is super economical to use; it lasts for 80 to 120 uses! And it is also easy to take with you when traveling. You can simply take it in your hand luggage, as it is not a liquid product.

Your hair has to get used to using a shampoo bar

The most important thing to know when using a shampoo bar is that your hair needs to get used to it. So don't be disappointed if you don't immediately have the desired result after 1 wash. Don't be surprised if this does happen :) There are many who see immediate results when they first wash with a shampoo bar.

How long your hair has to get used to mainly has to do with how used your hair is to synthetic products. Liquid shampoos have a pH that is different from the natural pH of your scalp and hair. When you choose a shampoo bar you will quickly get back into balance. The result? Naturally shiny, smooth, hydrated, strong, resilient and protected hair.

Tip: shampoo bar in combination with an apple cider vinegar hair rinse

Rinsing your hair with apple cider vinegar is not only a perfect form of natural hair care. The acidity of apple cider vinegar helps restore the natural pH balance of your scalp and hair even faster, without damaging your scalp's protective oils. Additionally, apple cider vinegar has antibacterial properties and makes your hair softer and easier to comb.

Mariëlle from The Greenguide has tested this combination of washing her hair with a Flow shampoo bar in combination with an apple cider vinegar rinse for you. And she was raving about it (which doesn't surprise us, of course ;-)). She used our Beer & Oat protein hair loss shampoo for this.